2027 Presidency: ADC Floats Shared Power Formula To Prevent Post-Primary Rift
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled a power-sharing framework designed to preserve unity within Nigeria’s opposition bloc as political manoeuvring intensifies ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The proposal, coming amid heightened anxiety over internal divisions across opposition parties, seeks to address the recurring fallout that typically follows party primaries. Party leaders warned that competing ambitions, if not carefully managed, could fracture the coalition and weaken its chances against the ruling establishment.
Speaking on the initiative, ADC chieftain Ladan Salihu explained that the arrangement is built around a “collegiate system,” aimed at replacing the traditional winner-takes-all approach with a more inclusive structure. According to him, the model ensures that even after the emergence of a presidential candidate, other aspirants remain integral to the broader political project.
He noted that internal contestation is inevitable in politics but must be constructively managed to avoid alienating key stakeholders. “One person will emerge, but will emerge as part of a team,” he said, underscoring the party’s intention to carry all contenders along rather than sideline them after the primaries.
The move reflects growing recognition within opposition circles that fragmentation has historically undermined electoral prospects. Recent developments indicate increasing efforts by opposition figures to build consensus, including discussions around joint tickets and coalition platforms to challenge the dominance of the ruling party in 2027.
Analysts say the ADC’s proposal is part of a broader recalibration within the opposition, as concerns mount over weak structures, defections, and internal disputes that have plagued parties in the lead-up to previous elections.
By introducing a shared-power framework, the ADC appears to be positioning itself as a rallying platform for disparate political interests, signalling an attempt to build a more cohesive and competitive opposition front ahead of what is expected to be a fiercely contested 2027 presidential race.
